A modern Charlottesville area veterinary clinic focused on individuals and quality of care
About Us
Located within the Charlottesville, VA community, Wag Veterinary is the culmination of owner Jesse Bejar’s lifelong dream to open an animal-centered clinic with a friendly, practical medical approach developed over his two decades in veterinary medicine.
We’re happy to see you.
At the heart of the clinic is a wagging-our-tails-off love of animals. We know the joy of watching our pooches chase balls in the yard and the hilarity of our cats' penchants for knocking items from high ledges. Endeared by the personalities of and our experiences with our own pets, we find joy and fulfillment caring for your cat and dog family members. At Wag, we know that having pets is a bond based in mutual trust and respect. We are honored that you choose us to support that bond and its longevity. We believe preventative care is at the heart of veterinary medicine and the key to an animal's full and happy life with the people they love and who love them.
Healthy pets, happy humans.
Our Services
Comprehensive & individualized medical care for your furry friends.
Primary Care
Annual exams, immunizations, parasite control, illness, weight management, pain management and end of life care are important areas of basic healthcare that we can help owners navigate through. Each individual pet and family will have different lifestyles and needs that make their situation unique. We recognize that the needs of one pet may not apply to others and work with clients to personalize the basic medical care of their dogs and cats.
Diagnostics
In-house laboratory services enable quick assessment of your sick pet and a comprehensive profile of external lab resources allow for more in-depth testing. Digital x-ray and ultrasound technology are available to aid in the evaluation of ill and injured animals.
Surgery & Dentistry
We offer a wide range of soft tissue surgery and anesthesia including dental cleaning, dental extractions and oral surgery.
Meet the Team
Dr. Jesse and the team are dedicated to ensuring the well-being of your pets at Wag Veterinary in Charlottesville.
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Dr. Jesse Bejar earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M Veterinary College in 2004. Dr. Jesse's love for and interest in animals, however, has been with him since childhood. Growing up, he always felt an innate connection with cats and dogs and their faithful companionship. These early relationships imbued in him an abiding belief in the importance of animal care and well-being. They also ultimately guided Dr. Jesse into his career, which encourages him to use his intuitive, observational, and problem-solving skills to care for the pet family members of his Charlottesville-Albemarle community. Dr. Jesse believes it is his duty to help clients look broadly at their pets' medical conditions and options, offering clients a range of treatments from cost-effective to full-service solutions.Dr. Jesse met his lovely wife on a late-night emergency call early in his career. During the encounter he successfully relieved her horse from a bout of colic... and secured a life partner. The two headed off to Colorado for several years before returning to Charlottesville, his wife's hometown. They live on a small farm in Albemarle County with their two dogs, two cats, and three horses. They have 9-year old twins who bring lots of energy to the household and keep Dr. Jesse and his wife on their toes.
Dr. Jesse is excited to bring Wag Veterinary to the area and honored to serve the people and pets of Virginia.
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Coming soon…
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My name is Paige, I’m married with one son, a German Wirehaired Pointer named Rory, a one-eyed Tuxedo cat named Wells and a silver Tabby named Iroh. I love crafting and am always looking for my next project. I’ve been in veterinary medicine for 10 years and am extremely passionate about animals. I strive to make sure every client is educated and informed about all their options and care. Originally from Northern Virginia, I moved to Afton 8 years ago and am still excited about serving this rural community.
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Coming soon…
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Hi! My name is Novahly or Nova for short. At home I have two kitty cats named Finn and Frida who I adopted last November. I started my journey in veterinary medicine here at Wag this past spring as a vet assistant and have been loving every moment of it. So far I've thoroughly enjoyed learning the basics of veterinary care and look forward to expanding my knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes
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Cats and dogs. No other species.
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Medical history/medica records, a list of current medications and any recent bloodwork or xrays.
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We generally can get them, but some clinics require the client to submit the request.
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Yes, you can book an appointment here.
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M - F 8 - 6 pm. We are closed on weekends and all major holidays.
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Yes.
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20 - 30 minutes
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Yes.
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No we don't, but as a rule, we get patients into a room as soon as they arrive.
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We do our best to work with patients by avoiding trigger areas, mouth, feet, hind end, and using a slow, non-assertive approach, but some patients need anti-anxiety medications or sedation to be examined or treated. We apply e-collars (plastic cones) or muzzles if patients can be handled, but are likely to bite.
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We do upon request.
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All major credit cards, cash, check. We do not offer payment plans, but do take Care Credit, which is a company that offers loans w/ interest free periods.
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Clients with pet insurance pay up front and then get reimbursed by the insurance company.
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No. We feel that our pricing is fair to begin with and do not put all of our patients in the same box w/ respect to preventative care.
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Soft tissue surgery, spay/neuter services, dentistry, ultrasound, in house laboratory w/ blood machines, urinalysis, cytology, fecal testing, heartworm testing and a full/extensive range off site laboratory services.
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Yes, both.
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Yes.
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No boarding. Limited grooming (nail trims, ear plucking, trimming hair matts/sanitary clips, ear cleaning and anal gland expression).
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We do offer end of life services and cremation. We do not offer in-home euthanasia generally.
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Call Autumn Trails Veterinary Center in Charlottesville, (434) 971-9800, Virginia Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Charlottesville (434) 202 - 2987 or Veterinary Emergency in Verona (540) 240 - 9266.
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Yes.
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You can speak with one of our receptionists or email us at wagstaff@wagveterinary.com
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Jesse Bejar, DVM from Texas A&M Veterinary College. Dr Bejar enjoys a well rounded career as a general practitioner, although he particularly enjoys soft tissue surgery.